FAQ

Can the Gamma-Scout® detect radon gas?

The Gamma-Scout® can detect decay isotopes of radon gas (alpha particles).

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I travel a lot. Should I carry the Gamma-Scout® with me?

There’s no telling where or when you will be exposed to heightened levels of radiation. Travelers are faced with the fact that even a routine transatlantic flight exposes them to three-to-five times the normal radiation […]

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What are the Gamma-Scout® units of measurement?

[The Gamma-Scout® Geiger counter displays radiation exposure rate µSv/h (microsievert/hour). The sievert is an internationally recognized unit that indicates the biological effect of radiation – the so-called equivalent dose. Much of contemporary literature on radiation […]

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How much radiation risk is there nowadays?

Many people are unaware of how much radiation is all around them and how much exposure can harm or, in the worst-case scenario, even kill them. There are many sources, some of which can go […]

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How useful is the Gamma-Scout® in the event of a nuclear incident or terrorist attack?

Mentioning nuclear incidents and terrorist attacks is not intended to stir up fear or anxiety; it is merely an unfortunate reflection of today’s reality (e.g. Fukushima). The potential risk cannot be ignored. Therefore, although Gamma-Scout® […]

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Is Gamma-Scout® the right product for me?

Gamma-Scout® is the right product for you if you wish to ensure your environment is free from significant radioactive contamination. One of the major benefits of the Gamma-Scout® is that it is highly sensitive to […]